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Vol. 14, Issue 12 MARCH 2011 $5.00 Great Coasters delivers thriller to China, new trains to Busch Tampa New China coaster GCII Millennium Flyer years, BGT has undertaken a major rehab of its signature is a twisted mountain trains added to wooden coaster with the aim wooden masterpiece Busch Garden's Gwazi of smoothing the ride ex- Scott Rutherford Scott Rutherford perience and improving its popularity with guests. This Amusement Today included the re-tracking of First there was the Great Originally opened in the Lion (2009) and the Tiger Wall of China, and then Great 1999, Busch Gardens Tampa (2010) courses. The final com- Coasters International, Inc. Bay's Gwazi has remained the ponent of this multi-million got involved and created its Southeast’s largest and fastest dollar overhaul was the pur- latest wonder of the modern double wooden . chase of four new 12-car GCII- world — the Mountain Flyer Designed and built by Great designed Millennium Flyer at OCT's Knight Valley, Shen- Coasters International, Inc., trains to replace the rides' zhen, Guangdong, China. the 105-foot-tall ride is an in- original rolling stock. GCII's latest conquest — PHOTO COURTESY GCII tricate, complicated dueling On Saturday, Jan. 22, its 17th project and the first GCII's impressive Mountain Flyer at Knight Valley is the twister design that features Gwazi reopened to rave re- 7,016 feet of track, numerous views from coaster enthusi- one in Asia for the Pennsylva- company's first foray into the Asian market, and to date nia-based company — ranks crossovers and near-misses. asts and the general public. ranks as its longest, tallest and fastest single-track wood- During the past several 4See GWAZI, page 4 as the company's longest, tall- en roller coaster. Along with spectacular view's of the Chi- est, fastest and most powerful nese landscape, the 4,817-foot-long ride features a unique single-track wooden coaster to date. 133-foot triple-down first drop. Knight Valley chose the Flyer begins with a quick as- stances of airtime, a station perfectly appropriate name cent to the top of the 147-foot- fly-through, station fly-by, of Mountain Flyer for this tall lift. A gentle swirling helix and 80-degree banking as well sprawling behemoth while atop the crest affords riders a as a tunneled turn near ride's GCII's lead designer, Jeff Pike, spectacular view of Dameisha end. made spectacular use of the and Yantian Bay (South China Amusement Today spoke park's natural hilly terrain Sea) over 500 feet below. This with GCII's Chris Gray about to produce a coaster like no relatively tranquil opening is the inspiration for the Moun- other. With much of the sup- followed by one of the wild- tain Flyer. "The topography port structure clinging to the est, most original first drops was the biggest inspiration," steep mountain slopes and the ever conceived: a 133-foot said Gray. "There was a castle remainder sporting a relative- triple-dipping dive to the base at the top of the mountain that ly low profile, this phenom- of the valley floor. Reaching the park wanted the coaster to AT PHOTO / GARY SLADE enal ride offers an intense and a top of 61.2 mph, the go though. Unfortunately the seemingly out-of-control ride two 12-car Millennium Flyers castle was demolished half- started the 2011 season off experience craved by thrill- then rocket along an expertly- way through the ride's con- with a by adding four new Millennium Flyer trains seekers. crafted 4,817-foot-long course struction due to the belief that from Great Coasters International to the park's Gwazi A flight aboard Mountain peppered with numerous in- 4See CHINA, page 4 wooden coaster. INTERNATIONAL AMUSEMENT PARKS WATERPARKS BUSINESS MIDWAY/CLASSIFIEDS SEE PAGES 6-8 SEE PAGES 9-17 SEE PAGES 18-26 SEE PAGES 27-31 SEE PAGES 32-39

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Amusement Today exhibited for the first time this year at the 2011 International Independent Show- men’s Association annual show, Feb. 8-12, in Gib- sonton, Fla. While AT has distributed newspapers at the show’s breezeway area for many years, this was the first year to be inside as an exhibitor. In visiting with the many carnival/concession owners and operators who stopped by the AT booth, two things were clear. The carnival industry still re- members and misses Amusement Business (the long- time publication ceased operation in 2006) but at the same time were appreciative of what AT has done to provide news on carnivals and . Scott Rutherford While AB was still publishing, AT never covered the outdoor amusement industry, knowing all too Good riddance old man winter well the lock AB had on this segment of the indus- I believe just everyone is ready to say trains – BGT will be a popular destination try. Once AB closed, AT jumped right in and began goodbye to Winter 2010-11. These past for thrillseekers like me. few months have ravaged North America Zippin Pippin – Bay Beach is busy covering the carnivals and midways. The Midway as well as many other parts of the world recreating the famed wooden coaster that section was launched, and like its placement in AB, with some of the worst weather seen once graced Tennessee’s Libertyland. I it was placed at the back of AT. No strangers to the in decades. Though I tend to enjoy the look forward to visiting Green Bay for a outdoor amusement industry, former AB staffers dark, quiet months of the off-season for spin on this John Miller-inspired out and personal introspection, I’m ready for the back. Sue Nichols, Beth Jenkins, Pam Sherborne and Mary- warm weather and all that it brings. Rutherford Wooden Warrior – The Gravity Wade Burnside all found their way into the print As one always eager to sample the Group’s new junior wooden coaster is side of Amusement Today. latest and greatest the industry rolls out each a perfect addition to Connecticut’s charming This founder and publisher of Amusement spring, there are quite a few intriguing attractions Quassy Park. to look forward to with the upcoming season. Black Diamond – Yet another admirable pres- Today is proud of what this staff has done to Here are few of my favorites: ervation project by the good folks at Knoebels. promote, cover and document this segment of our – all eyes are on The rescue of Wildwood’s Golden Nugget will be amusement industry. We listened to your sugges- Over Texas and the flagship park’s signature a highlight, but might there also be a chance the tions at this year’s Gibtown show and will be taking . Never has a wooden coast- could take flight before year’s end. er gone through a makeover quite like this. If One can hope ... steps in the coming months to put those additional all goes as the owners hope, Rocky Mountain And, of course, the debut of ’s editorial/circulation requests into action. Construction may find themselves very busy in Zone at just warms my Until then, thanks to all who have supported us the coming months. heart, especially since it will feature a steel launch with either news, advertising or subscriptions. Hold – Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is coaster inspired by the original Steeplechase ride. sparing no expense in creating it’s new Cheetah- I find it encouraging that the hallowed on, the ride is just beginning. centric exhibit. At the center of it all is Cheetah beach where it all began is finally starting to enjoy —Gary Slade Hunt, an LSM Launch Coaster from Intaride. the resurrection and recognition it deserves. Along with the park’s reborn Gwazi wooden Good luck to everyone and have a spectacu- COMPLETE GIBTOWN RECAP...SEE PAGE 32 coaster – thanks to its new GCII Millennium Flyer lar 2011 season!

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CHINA FAST FACTS GWAZI Continued from page 1 Continued from page 1 there were evil spirits in and Ride/Park As a result of the installation around it. The track that origi- Mountain Flyer/ of the four new Millennium nally was going through the Knight Valley, Flyer trains and the major castle now offers possibly one Shenzhen, Guangdong, trackwork performed by BGT of the greatest views from any China maitenance staff, Gwazi has roller coaster on Earth." been afforded a new lease on Citing the ride's impres- Type life. The ride has gone from sive dimensions, AT asked Wooden terrain coaster one guests might challenge Gray if the Mountain Flyer once per visit to an incredibly was considered to be GCII's Height/Length/Speed popular and completely re- most aggressive ride to date. 147 feet/4,817 feet/61 mph ridable attraction. He replied: "I think aggressive Amusement Today asked is the wrong word. It’s defi- Special Features GCII's Procurement and As- nitely the most powerful. The 133-foot triple-down first sembly Director Chris Gray speed is relentless and the ride drop; station fly-through; how long the deal for Gwa- seems to go on forever!" station fly-by; 80-degree zi's new trains has been in Gwazi, Busch Gardens Tam- GCII President Clair Hain, the works and what had to banking and tunneled turn. pa Bay's signature duel- Jr. explained what his com- be done to the ride so that it ing wooden roller coaster, pany discovered about doing Ride Vehicles could operate with them. business in China. “We have Two, 12-car "Through our sales repre- roars with new life thanks really learned a great deal Millennium Flyer trains sentative Bob Dean (Leisure to the addition of four new about the nuances of work- seating 24 passengers each. Labs LLC) we have been try- 12-car Millennium Flyer ing in China. Our languages ing to get the Millennium Fly- trains. Supplied exclusively are different as well as our Designer/Builder ers trains on Gwazi for years," by Gwazi's builder, Great business and cultural norms, Jeff Pike/ said Gray. "Bob's hard work Coasters International, Inc., but with some patience and Great Coasters International, made the train sale a real- the new trains provide a vision from both sides, we Inc., Sunbury, Pa. ity. Busch did all of the ma- smoother, more graceful have teamed with OCT Knight jor trackwork themselves. To ride experience thanks Valley to build an absolutely Opened make sure the trains would be to the Millennium Flyer's breathtaking mountainside Winter 2011 able to run on the ride, we had coaster," said Hain. "We have to change the anti-rollback articulating nature and scaled the learning curve ev- steel to match our AR dog. All their ability to more easily eryone encounters when do- ect, Hain replied: "This ride the sensors needed to be relo- negotiate the ing business in China and are is amazing! If the Mountain cated, and we also had to in- extremely twisted ready and eager to work there Flyer was located in North stall a new lap bar release sys- layouts of Gwazi and other again.” America, it would climb the tem under the station. As for GCII coasters. And when asked for his rankings very quickly." the trains, we just sat them on AT PHOTOS/GARY SLADE opinion of GCII's latest proj- the track and they were ready to roll." GCII President Clair Hain, Jr. concurred with Gray's as- sesssment. “We have been talking with Busch Gardens Tampa about upgrading trains on Gwazi for a long time, and the timing was just right," said Hain. "We agreed to ship a test train to run for a couple of days, and as soon as Busch Gardens management and staff rode the Millennium Fly- er, they were sold. There was a huge and immediate dif- ference in ride quality. If the typical Millennium Flyer side benefits hold true, we think Busch Gardens will also now nium Flyers instead made their cumbersome task of loading save a bundle on annual main- debut that same year on Roar 48 riders with the old trains," tenance costs.” in California [Six Flags Dis- said Boodley. "The Millenni- GCII co-founder and covery Kingdom]," explained um Flyers are easier and faster Gwazi designer Michael Boodley. "Of course, they were to load. Hopefully, with this Boodley is glad that his ride an immediate success! Now, swifter boarding time, we can has finally reached the poten- with more than 30 Millennium all look forward to Gwazi op- tial he originally intended. Flyer trains worldwide safely erating every ride in dueling “I’m so pleased to know that carrying over 12 million riders mode, as I originally intended our Millennium Flyers are per year, this is a welcome and it. This, along with the trains' now tracing Gwazi's beautiful comfortable improvement for incredible custom fronts and PHOTOS COURTESY GCII lines. When we built the ride Busch Gardens to implement paint schemes, has renewed Top photo: From the top of Mountain Flyer's 147-foot- in 1999, the Millennium Flyers on Gwazi. Gwazi to its former glory. tall lift hill, much of the massive ride's convoluted, ter- were a new product for GCII. "Additionally, the duel- Congratulations to Busch Gar- rain-driven layout is visible, while above, a banked turn Since Busch officials weren't ing aspect of Gwazi was often dens and all Gwazi fans.” through a hill-side tunnel near the ride's end is one of the comfortable committing to an eliminated in order to achieve many highlights. unproven product, the Millen- higher capacity due to the March 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 5 6 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2011 INTERNATIONAL www.AmusementToday.com PARKS ATTRACTIONS RESORTS ENTERTAINMENT SUPPLIERS BRIEF Adrian Mahon appointed new BALPPA chairman Andrew Mellor Ripley’s chooses Amusement Today Korea for location The annual general meeting of the of 32nd Odditorium British Association of Leisure Parks, Piers and Attractions (BALPPA) in January saw Ripley Entertainment the appointment of a number of new of- continued its worldwide ficials in addition to a new president. growth with the opening of Adrian Mahon, director health, safety Ripley’s Believe It or Not! and risk management at Merlin Enter- Jeju Island in Korea. The tainments Group, was appointed to the facility is the world’s 32nd position of chairman for the next two Ripley’s Believe It or Not! years, replacing the previous incumbent Odditorium. John Bollom. Mahon also currently holds “We are delighted to the position of chairman of the U.K.’s return to Korea with our Amusement Device Inspection Proce- Believe It or Not! brand, one dures Scheme (ADIPS) and is a board di- AT PHOTO / ANDREW MELLOR that was very successful for rector of IAAPA. New BALPPA chairman Adrian Mahon (left) pictured with newly appointed years at the Theme Additionally, the same meeting saw second vice-chairman Philip Miller. Park near Seoul,” said Jim the appointment of Philip Miller from death of association stalwart Stan Bollom leisure and tourism. He is a third genera- Pattison Jr., president of Adventure Island, Southend, to the po- in December last year, who had held the tion member of a family which has oper- Ripley Entertainment, Inc. sition of second vice-chairman, while position for many years. Well-known in- ated entertainment and attractions for “Our Korean franchisee, Is- Bob O’Connor from Port Lympne and dustry veteran John Collins was elected to over 100 years, as well as being a former land Joy, under the direction Howletts Wild Animal Parks was elected the role, the appointment coming shortly chairman of BALPPA and IAAPA and of Ki Seok Park, has chosen second vice-chairman. after he was made an officer of the Order a past-president of Europarks, among a beautiful destination re- The meeting also saw the election of a of the British Empire (OBE) in the New many other roles. sort location on Jeju Island, new president of BALPPA, following the Year 2011 Honours List for his services to a perfect site for a Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditori- um.” Park is also chairman Compagnie des Alpes sells seven European parks and CEO of Sigongtech, a lands and Pleasurewood Hills gest brands and to integrate (U.S. $27 million) over five publicly traded Korean cor- Andrew Mellor in the U.K. The sale was com- the parks more closely around years. poration. Amusement Today pleted on January 31. In total, shared ways to create value. Parks that remain within Located in the Jung- The French organization the seven parks hosted 1.6 We are confident in this proj- the CDA Group include the mun Tourist Complex at Compagnie des Alpes (CDA), million visitors in the financial ect which was supported by flagship Parc Asterix near Seogwipo city, Ripley’s which specializes in the oper- year 2009-2010. labour representatives, so we Paris, Walibi branded parks in Jeju Island Odditorium is ation of leisure parks and ski Dominique Marcel, chair- have decided to stay involved France, and the Neth- constructed of eco-friendly areas, has finalized the sale of man and CEO of CDA Group, in the project through a mi- erlands, and Park and green materials and seven of its parks to the pri- said: “The disposal of seven nority stake in order to facili- in Belgium, among others. the exterior is built to be vate equity fund H.I.G Capi- of our parks is a significant tate the transition.” Alexis Camelin, general reminiscent of a robot. In- tal France, in association with transaction and follows the The parks were sold to an manager of Pleasurewood side the 14,000-square-foot Laurent Bruloy (the H.I.G dual logic of group strategic acquisition company in which Hills, commented: “This is attraction are a sculpture Consortium). clarification and optimized H.I.G Capital Consortium extremely exciting news for park, a secret garden and The venues involved in capital employed. While owns 70 percent and CDA has Pleasurewood Hills. The in- 12 themed galleries contain- the sale are Bagatelle park, the these parks are undeniable a minority stake of 30 percent. vestment will enable us to ing more than 600 exhibits, Aquarium at Saint Malo, the advantages — chiefly strong H.I.G Capital Consortium in- build on on-going develop- ranging from amazing and Mini Chateaux park and Val regional roots and a loyal lo- tends to implement a strong ments from the past year and non-traditional artwork to de Loire Aquarium in France, cal customer base — they no business plan designed to step further establish our reputa- historical items to bizarre the Bouveret waterpark in longer offer synergies with up expansion of these parks, tion as one of the leading fam- artifacts. Switzerland, Avonturenpark our business plan, which aims mainly by means of an invest- ily theme parks in the coun- Hellendoorn in the Nether- primarily to develop our big- ment program of €20 million try.” March 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 7 Record attendance for Europa Park's 35th Andrew Mellor This period has in fact de- Tomi Ungerer being presented, Amusement Today veloped so successfully that it as well as activities for children. now attracts more first time vis- Additionally, Europa-Park was Germany’s Europa-Park itors to the park than the sum- the venue for one of the largest ended its 35th anniversary year mer season. More than 20,000 New Year’s Eve parties in south and 10th winter season on a guests came to the park during west Germany, with more than high with a new record atten- the 2010/2011 winter season on 5,000 guests in attendance. dance of over four million visi- peak days, when for the first When the park opens for tors being announced. time the Icelandic themed area its 2011 season on April 9, new With continually growing was opened, thus creating the attractions will include the area attendance during the main largest offer of winter activities between England and Austria season as well as during the ever. The winter landscape was being all about fairytales. An winter opening period, Europa- expanded by three hectares enchanted forest along the Eu- Park continues to enjoy huge and the new big wheel Bellevue ropa-Park lake will take guests success and to offer a variety of added much to the decoration back to their childhood, while packages and options for both throughout the park. the youngest visitors will get to the general public and corpo- The winter exhibition Tomi sample the Ciao Bambini ride rate markets to ensure on-going Ungerer — the World of Ani- in Italy. And from Whitsun, the PHOTOS COURTESY EUROPA-PARK growth in visitor numbers. mals, which was a tribute to the Volo da Vinci interactive ride The 10th anniversary of the Europa-Park celebrated record attendance levels at the Alsatian artist who celebrates will allow guests to “fly” high park’s winter season is a “true end of its 35th anniversary. his 80th birthday this year, at- above the Italian themed area story of success” according total of 3.5 million visitors have year, which was the first such tracted approximately 100,000 using their own strength to do to Managing Partner Roland come to Germany’s largest venue in the country to offer a guests, with more than 80 origi- so. Mack. During those 10 years, a theme park at this time of the winter season. nal paintings and drawings by 8 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2011 March 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 9 AMUSEMENT PARKS www.AmusementToday.com FEC’S ATTRACTIONS RESORTS ENTERTAINMENT SUPPLIERS New Scream Zone announced BRIEF SFNE names Zamperla confirms operation of Scott Rutherford Zamperla USA has been newest coaster Amusement Today given control of the mighty Zamperla USA, the state- Coney Island Cyclone until Six Flags New Eng- side division of Italian ride the city goes through a land, Agawam, Mass., manufacturer Zamperla and formal bidding process for has chosen a name for the developer of the hugely suc- the ride. During this time, park's 10th roller coaster: cessful Luna Park, continues Gotham City Gauntlet Es- Zamperla plans to spend its whirlwind revitalization a substantial amount of cape from Arkham Asy- of New York's Coney Island money to get the ride in lum. The Maurer Söhne in 2011 with the implementa- classic Wild Mouse will re- tion of two important projects: shape for its traditional side in the DC Super Hero the operation of the historic Palm Sunday opening. Adventures section of the Cyclone wooden roller coaster AT FILE PHOTO/ park and make its debut in and the opening of a second GARY SLADE spring of 2011. neighboring amusement area, Guests can tap into Scream Zone. their villainous side as they Cyclone for last 37 years, an- attempt to escape from The Cyclone nounced last November that Arkham Asylum, home of Along with the Wonder the coaster had become too Gotham City's criminally Wheel, nothing says 'Coney costly to maintain and operate, insane. The ride experience Island' like the venerable Cy- served as inspiration for a advanced age, there are con- and that she wanted out of the begins when they board clone. This granddaddy of number of clones, none quite stant maintenance require- licensing agreement she had the four-seat coaster cars all roller coasters has thrilled compare to the original. ments. Carol Albert, whose with the city. As a result Zam- and start a five-story climb riders since 1927. While it has As with any machine of family has been operating the 4See FUN SPOT, page 10 towards the sky. Once rid- ers reach the top of the lift hill they will encounter 17 hairpin turns and unex- Fun Spot USA opens Larson pected dips along 1,213 feet Ride is first to get be outfitted with LED lights of track. on the structure. Supplied by "Six Flags New Eng- LED light package Crossroads LED, Collinsville, land is proud to announce Okla. (the same company that the addition of Gotham Like its sister park, Fun provided the LED light pack- City Gauntlet Escape from Spot Action Park, located just age on the Larson SuperLoop Arkham Asylum for the off International Drive in Or- at Cliff's Amusement Park in 2011 season," said Jason lando, Fla., Fun Spot USA in New Mexico), the LED light Freeman, Six Flags New Kissimmee, Fla. is expanding strips are located on the top England's park president. in a big way. sweeps and face down toward "We are continuing to ex- The 13-acre park's newest riders. During the evening pand our entertainment attraction is a Flying Scooter hours, this brilliant illumina- offerings for families, teens ride supplied by Larson Intl. tion adds another attractive and tweens and this new- of Plainview, Texas. The at- dimension to the ride. est addition is the perfect tractive ride is situated on a Screaming Eagles also complement to our existing wooden deck built partially features colorful graphics and over water and embellished banners situated between the slate of attractions." AT PHOTO/GARY SLADE with brick pavers. sweeps. These were designed The park's newest ad- All smiles over the opening of the new Screaming Eagles dition thrilled guests from Sporting the appropriate by the park and executed by at Fun Spot USA are Stephanie and Jeff Novotny, Larson 2000 through 2009 as Road name of Screaming Eagles, Larson prior to shipment to Runner Express at Six Flags the eight-car ride is the first Florida. International, and far right, John Arie, Sr., CEO/Owner of . Larson Flying Scooter unit to 4See FUN SPOT, page 10 Fun Spot USA. 10 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2011 ZAMPERLA Continued from page 9 perla has been given control of the Cyclone until the city goes through a formal bidding pro- cess for the site. While it is in charge of the Cyclone, Zamperla USA plans to spend a substantial amount of money — several hundred thousand dollars — to up- grade the classic coaster and get it ready to roll in time for its traditional opening day on Palm Sunday. Amusement Today spoke with Zamperla CEO Valerio Ferrari about the importance of being chosen to maintain and operate the Cyclone. Zamperla USA's new Scream Zone will feature two major roller “Historically, Coney Is- land has always been on the coasters supplied by Zamperla: Soaring Eagle (Volare Flying Coaster) cutting edge of the amusement and Steeplechase (Moto- CoasTer). The new $12 million park will also industry, and iconic roller offer a Zamperla Turbo Force and a SlingShot thrill ride from . coasters like the Cyclone were a major part of that. I am very RENDERINGS COURTESY ZAMPERLA pleased and excited to be op- erating such a classic ride that capture the heart's of our pa- Scream Zone and 1,282 feet of track in a shaped ride vehicles inspired is an icon for the roller coast- trons. As part of these efforts, Zamperla USA is hard at compact footprint. Valerio by the original Steeplechase. er world. It is truly an honor I pledge my diligence in main- work on the company's next Ferrari confirmed that when Additional rides planned to be part of the long history taining a safe ride experience Coney Island amusement the ride opens this spring, it for the new Scream Zone in- and tradition of the Cyclone. and continued memories for area, Scream Zone, which is will sport ride vehicles that clude Zamperla’s Turbo Force Standing next to this ride and Coney Island visitors." located opposite Luna Park have been redesigned for im- and a SlingShot thrill ride getting the chance to absorb As of press time, Zamper- and the Wonder Wheel on a proved passenger comfort. from Funtime. the history here has been in- la was in the process of secur- 6.9-acre plot of land on Still- The park's second coaster, “With the Cyclone, Luna spiring. I believe that with the ing a subcontractor to oversee well Avenue. The new $12 mil- a Zamperla MotoCoaster, will Park and now Scream Zone, help of the NYC Parks Depart- the Cyclone's rehab. Addition- lion park will feature two ma- pay homage to one of Coney which will include the first ment our visions of restor- ally, Ferrari confirmed to AT jor steel roller coasters, both Island's most beloved rides, major roller coasters in New ing this site to a more active that a number of the ride's supplied by Zamperla. George C. Tilyou's famous York City in more than 80 role with greater prominence previous employees would First up is Soaring Eagle, Steeplechase mechanical horse years, we are bringing back is achievable," said Ferrari. be retained since they are in- a reworked Zamperla Volare racing attraction. Dubbed the thrills and innovative spir- "While we are still evaluating timately familiar with the Cy- flying coaster that operated at Steeplechase, the 1,194-foot- it that first made Coney Island future operations, we know clone's operation and unique Denver's from long, 65-foot-tall ride will America’s Playground,“ Vale- that we want to make the maintenance issues. 2002 until 2007. The 66-foot- utilize a flywheel launch and rio said. historic site come alive and tall ride features a spiral lift two six-car trains with horse- FUN SPOT Continued from page 9 Fun Spot USA's new Gal- axy Spin compact steel coaster (a Zamperla Twister Coaster relocated from now-closed ) is on site and being painted in prepara- tion for its much-anticipated debut this spring. Another aspect of Fun Spot's expansion includes a massive new arcade build- ing complete with a conces- sion area. The upper level will house the park's new office area. —Scott Rutherford The newest Flying Scooter ride from Larson Intl. recently opened at Fun Spot USA in Kissimmee, Fla. is the first such ride to be outfitted with ban- ners and LED lights on the structure. AT PHOTOS/GARY SLADE March 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 11 12 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2011

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Though thematically simi- Structural Technologies Inc lar to the B&M Flying Coaster that opened at SeaWorld Or- New Construction lando in 2009, the San Diego Renovations version will be supplied by Daily Maintenance Germany's and Relocations will be the first of its kind in Track Replacement the U.S. Demolition “We are delighted to bring Inspections energizing new attractions to Emergency Work our guests year after year,” 380 Bad Man Hill Rd. • Paxinos, Pa 17860 said SeaWorld Park President (570) 590-3255 or (570) 590-9880 John Reilly, “and Manta does RENDERING COURTESY SEAWORLD [email protected] just that, combining the thrill and excitement of a coaster, Designed by Germany's Mack Rides, SeaWorld San Di- with the educational and en- ego's new-for-2012 Manta launch coaster will feature tertaining value of an incred- -themed trains, dual launch zones, a 54-foot drop Keep our amusement park industry strong! ible marine-life exhibit.” into a subterranean trench and a dramatic wing dip into a Buy products and services from these suppliers. 4See MANTA, page 13 shallow lake along the 2,800-foot-long course. March 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 13 temporary musical score with SHOW global rhythms. MANTA Continued from page 12 But even more important Continued from page 12 tainment that educates and is the educational message the As with the 125-foot-tall inspires you to celebrate, con- show imparts: we are all part of looping coaster Mack nect and care for the world we one world and have the power supplied last year to Germa- share.” to make a difference. The mes- ny's Europa Park, SeaWorld's The show features spec- sage of caring and respect for new Manta will feature elec- tacular whale behaviors, in- the world we share is woven tromagnetic-launches and tra- cluding thrilling high-energy throughout the show — en- ditional sit-down trains. leaps and multiple whales couraging guests to make a Manta will also feature a performing simultaneously. difference through their own unique 'launch station' where a 54-foot drop into a subter- will be able to see and interact The whales interact in new everyday actions. passengers will start the ride ranean trench and a dramatic with 65 bat rays, 10 guitar fish, ways with trainers, the audi- “There is an unprecedent- enclosed in a launch tunnel wing dip into a shallow lake and hundreds of fishes,” said ence, each other, and even the ed level of energy, excitement with larger-than-life images of along the 2,800-foot-long SeaWorld San Diego curator set itself. In one segment, the and passion in this show,” rays projected on a 270-degree course. The non-inverting of fishes, Thad Dirksen. “The whales play amid giant foun- said SeaWorld Parks & Enter- enveloping screen. This stun- coaster will reach a top speed below-water viewing area will tains. tainment’s Curator of Animal ning introduction to the world of 43 mph and pull four Gs include eight acrylic windows Shamu Stadium — with Training, Julie Scardina. “It is of the rays also will visually during the two-minute trip. and a reef design. The above- its three-story set, panoramic the SeaWorld expe- enhance the physical accelera- Riders and non-riders water interaction area will al- LED screens and hundreds of rience: world-class entertain- tion as the ride launches down alike will enjoy the graceful low our guests more oppor- surround-sound speakers — ment that educates and inspires the track. This state-of-the-art beauty of bat rays and fishes. tunities to touch and feed the will feature special effects that action. Trainers, producers and projection system will be the Forbidden Reef, an existing rays.” envelop guests in the show ex- educators are collaborating first of its kind in the United SeaWorld attraction where The deal for the SeaWorld perience, including brilliantly on new ways to connect with States. guests can feed and touch bat San Diego attractions was colored lights; soaring foun- the audience and show how According to SeaWorld rays, will be incorporated and handled by Leisure Labs, rep- tains; stunning underwater closely the human and animal officials, the 30-foot-tall Manta enhanced as part of Manta. resentative for Mack Rides. imagery and an original, con- worlds are connected.” will sport dual launch zones, “With Manta, our guests

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PHOTOS COURTESY TRADER'S VILLAGE March 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 15 16 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2011 Galveston's Flagship Hotel coming down Morey's names new KMG Fireball "it" to make way for new amusement pier park Morey’s Piers has finally chosen a name – restraint with single lap bars that offer in- "it" – for the new KMG Fireball slated to open creased rider freedom with the same degree on Morey’s Surfside Pier for the 2001 season. of security. KMG's Fireball (aka Afterburner) has Jack Morey, executive vice president of proven to be quite successful for the Dutch Morey’s Piers, adds, “We are proud to an- ride manufacturer. The ride, which seats 24 nounce ‘it’ to our ride roster and know our riders per cycle, stands 78-feet-tall and reach- guests will surely love “it." "it" is just the be- es a maximum swing of 120 degrees in either ginning of our plans for the continued re-de- direction. velopment of Surfside Pier.” “it” will feature an improved restraint The new ride is scheduled to make its de- system, which was developed jointly by KMG but in May. and engineers from Morey's Piers. This new KMG is represented in the U.S. by Len system replaces the former over-the-shoulder Soled's N.J.-based Rides 4U. Arlington university opens Six Flags exhibit Just as kicks off the Flags Over Texas into the family institution it celebration of its 50th anniversary, the Arling- is today,” said Steve Martindale, president of ton landmark is partnering with the Univer- Six Flags Over Texas and a graduate of UT Ar- sity of Texas at Arlington Library Special Col- lington. PHOTO COURTESY JASON KNUTSON lections for a magical look back. The exhibit, which is sponsored in part by Landry’s Restaurants officials have commenced The public is invited to experience the in- Six Flags Over Texas, will include an original demolition of the historic Flagship Hotel in Galveston, teractive exhibit, “What You Wish the World Spee-Lunker in an Abraham Lincoln costume, Texas. The derelict building, damaged beyond repair Could Be: The Early Years of Six Flags Over a carousel horse from the Silver Star, personal by Katrina, sits on piers over the Gulf Texas,” Feb. 14 through May 14, 2011 at the memorabilia from former park employees, of Mexico. It is being torn down to make way for a UT Arlington University Library, 702 Plan- memory walls where visitors can leave their historic-themed amusement pier. Landry's has yet to etarium Place. The exhibit was scheduled to own memories and photos from the historic release details of the ride package, but AT has con- open Feb. 7, but winter weather in North Tex- collections of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram and firmed that a big compact steel coaster and tall verti- as prompted library administrators to delay Arlington Citizen-Journal. While the park is a cal are both in the mix of new attractions. the initial planned opening. half-century old, the exhibit will primarily fo- Landry's has not announced an opening date, only “We are very excited about our 50th anni- cus on the venue’s first 25 years. saying sometime in 2012. versary. This year will honor the past five de- The exhibit is free and open to the public. cades and thousands of people who built Six March 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 17 18 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2011 WATERPARKS www.AmusementToday.com AQUATIC CENTERS INDOOR FACILITIES RESORTS REVENUE SUPPLIERS Changes, improvements and additions on tap at waterparks BRIEF Pam Sherborne KeyLime Cove Amusement Today 2011 WATERPARK REPORT Waterpark Resort From the new $12.5 mil- receives eMarketer lion waterpark in Chatham a wave pool and an 800-foot of the Year Award County, Ga., to new owner- (243.84 meters) long lazy river. ship and expansion at Ocean We will have an adult activity pool. The multi-million dol- KeyLime Cove, Gurnee, Breeze, Virginia Beach, Va., to lar play structure will include Ill., the official resort of Six a new city-operated waterpark things like a dump bucket, six Flags Great America, was in the small municipality of different slides, water cannons named the 2010 eMarketer Delta, B.C., waterpark patrons and a mushroom.” of the year by Travelclick will see some growth in the Plans also include a major and Hospitality Sales & waterpark industry in 2011. arcade area, food and bever- Marketing Association The following is just a age areas and sand volley- International (HSMAI) at sampling of what is happen- RENDERING COURTESY OPENAIRE, INC. ball court. There are already the recent Adrian Awards ing in the 2011 season. This is an artist rendering of the new retractable roof en- plans to add another attrac- gala in New York City. closure which will house an indoor waterpark at Jay Peak tion in 2012 and that will be a The eMarketer of the Jay Peak Resort, (Vt.) Resort. The construction should be complete by De- ProSlide Turbo Twister. Year Award acknowledges Jay Peak, Vt. cember 2011. Open-Aire Inc., Oakville, Ont., is designing, “The city and community the hotel that best demon- Jay Peak (Vt.) Resort will manufacturing and installing the new roof. are really supporting our ef- strates success in attract- soon offer a state-of-the-art, feet nearly straight down. The fered during the summer. fort,” Welsh said. “They are ing and converting guests 40,000-square-foot (12,1092 rider then arches upwards to assisting us in our infrastruc- through the Web. KeyLime square-meters) indoor water- the near inclined loop with G- Pirates Cove , ture and local companies are Cove was recognized for park that will include slides, forces pinning the rider to the Chatham County, Ga. supporting us with sponsor- using the Web, especially pools, water play areas, lazy side as the slide goes up and A new $12.5 million wa- ships and marketing. social media, to engage river and more. And, all this over and then down into the terpark near Savannah, Ga., “We hope to be able to de- consumers and build and will be located under a mas- splashdown lane. although delayed because of velop enough activities that maintain relationships with sive retractable roof enclo- The enclosure will house a bad weather, is still expected we will give young adults those consumers. Through sure that opens up in warmer double FlowRider surf wave, to open for summer 2011, said someplace to go as well as its eMarketing initiatives weather. by Waveloch, La Jolla, Calif., Bob Welsh, general manager take care of the older peo- 2010 online reservations The waterpark is being represented through Aquatic and an owner participant. ple, too,” he continued. “We doubled from the previous designed by Black River De- Development Group, Cohoes, Pirates Cove Water Park will have things like arts and year. sign of Montpelier, Vt., and N.Y., water , a kids’ will sit on a 10-acre site and crafts shows and motorcycle “I was incredibly built by OpenAire, Oakville, area and lazy river. will offer an additional five shows.” proud of our team when Ont., and Williston, Vermont’s Hopes are the new water- acres of paved and lit parking Other principals in the KeyLime Cove was named DEW Construction Corp. park will transform Jay Peak as well as another 23 acres for business include Ed Bowen, the best in the Americas The roof will have a from a winter-only spot to a additional build out. CEO, and Jim Martin, co-own- Region and to receive the curved roof enclosure 140 feet year-round destination. “We are hoping now to er. distinction of international wide (42.67 meters), 280 feet The waterpark, currently open between Memorial Day ‘eMarketer of the Year’ is long (85.34 meters) and 43 feet under construction, is expect- and June 10, when the area Wild Adventures Water & an absolute honor,” said high (13.10 meters) at the side- ed to be completed by Decem- schools get out for the sum- Theme Park, Valdosta, Ga. Dale McFarland, general walls. There will be a curved ber 2011. mer,” Welsh said. The two new ProSlide manager of KeyLime Cove. cupola at the apex that will Jay Peak Resort is owned ProSlide Technology Inc., Technology attractions going “Our team is dedicated to allow for a 55-foot (17 meters) by a group of investors led Ottawa, Ont., is providing into Splash Island, the water- delivering cutting edge AquaLoop slide tower. by long-time President Bill the entire slide package and park experience at Wild Ad- eMarketing through our The AquaLoop slide is Stenger. That group just re- the interactive play structure. ventures, are part of a $4 mil- Web site and social media manufactured by WhiteWater cently purchased the resort Creative Design Innovations, lion improvement project, and sites to ensure an open and West Industries, Richmond, from long-time owner Mont Louisville, Ohio, is the design should be up and ready by the convenient communication B.C. The body slide starts with Saint Sauveur Corp. of Cana- engineer. time 2011 season starts, said process for our guests.” the rider standing at the top on a platform that falls away da. It includes 50 miles of ski “We will have 12 slides to- Micha Hogan, public relations with the rider plummeting 55 trails on 385 acres. Golf is of- tal,” Welsh said. “We will have 4See WATERPARKS, page 19 March 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 19 of Nashville Shores, when an- and an 18-hole miniature golf WATERPARKS nouncing the addition. “Kow- course. Continued from page 18 abunga Beach will provide Amenities are to include even more thrills for the entire covered pagodas for lease for coordinator. family, including our younger private parties, a snack bar, “The 2011 expansion in- guests.” lockers, first aid station and of- creases the size of Splash Is- The attractions added last fices. land Water Park by three acres year doubled the size of the The waterpark, which will and is its largest expansion to waterpark. The Kowabunga be open to hotel guests and date,” Hogan said. Beach attraction will be locat- public alike, is expected to cost The slides, Hakini Rapids ed near the Nashville Shores’ $1.3 million. Completion is ex- and Kona Cliffs are scheduled beach area on the shores of pected in early April. to open Saturday, April 2, to Percy Priest Lake on the exist- season pass holders for the ing site of the miniature golf Tsawwassen Waterpark, Season Passholder Preview course. Delta, B.C., Canada Party. The next day, the park “We are also adding a new The City of Delta, located PHOTO COURTESY OCEAN BREEZE will open to all guests. RV campground and lakeside in the southwest corner of Hakini Rapids is a family Ocean Breeze Waterpark, Virginia Beach, Va., will open cabins,” Strobel said. British Columbia, committed with twists and this season under new ownership and a multi-million dol- The RV campground will funds to a fundraising drive turns. It has a height restric- lar expansion. The ownership change was announced in open April 1. The lakeside by a local Rotary club to build tion of 36 inches, Hogan said. January. Details of the expansion hadn't been released. cabins, set to open May 1, can a waterpark in the community “Kona Cliffs is a thrill- ity is going into the 2011 sea- expansion that will dramati- sleep up to six and will come of Tsawwassen at Diefenbaker ing, triple dipping slide with son with new ownership. For- cally improve the quality and fully equipped with a modern Park. According to local re- a height restriction of 48 inch- mer Six Flags executives and variety of attractions. Details kitchen and bath. Other fea- ports, the city agreed to pro- es,” she said. “Rafts for both current owners of Nashville are being kept close to the vest tures are full RV hookups, ca- vide $130,000 in cost-sharing rides can accommodate three Shores waterpark, Nashville, until a later time, said Myra ble and Wi-Fi, private access to arrangements with the Tsaw- to five guests and are trans- Tenn., Kieran Burke and Gary Wood, spokesperson for the Percy Priest Lake, boat launch wassen Rotary Club, stated the ported to the top of the slides Story, recently announced park. ramps and pontoon rentals. Delta-Optimist. by conveyor.” they had purchased the park Burke and Story, who re- The local newspaper stat- In addition to the two new in late January. Terms of the spectively served as Six Flags’ Barnacle Bill's, ed the new feature to the park slides, park management will acquisition have not been dis- Chief Executive Officer and Waveland, Miss. will include a children’s water- also create Cabana Village. closed. Chief Operating Officer for Coast Inn hotel owners play area, a wading pond and a The village will include 12 VIP “We are absolutely thrilled more than 10 years, have re- and brothers Bill and Steve meandering stream that passes cabanas and nine loungers by the opportunity to be part mained active in the attractions Lady are building a new water- under a bridge. A water wheel, available for daily rental. of Virginia Beach’s dynamic industry carefully selecting park in Waveland, just in front water elevators, weirs and The cabanas will feature 200 family entertainment com- projects that can benefit from of the hotel in efforts to drum benches are to be incorporated square-feet (60.96 square munity,” said Kieran Burke, their experience and a focused up more business, according to into the design, while all the meters) of shade and sun, a in announcing the change of investment of both time and local reports. water features would be push flat screen television, lounge ownership. “Ocean Breeze resources. In 2009, the pair ac- The waterpark concept is button activated. chairs, table and chairs, mini is an iconic part of Hampton quired Nashville Shores, a wa- called Barnacle Bill’s. It is ex- The waterpark is estimated refrigerator and secure stor- Roads and we intend to invest terpark, marina and RV resort pected to feature a children’s to cost the city $7,500 annually age. our resources and energy in in Nashville, Tennessee and pool with a and two to operate. Wild Adventure is owned making the popular water- dramatically transformed the slides. Other expected attrac- The Rotary club is hoping by Herschend Family Enter- park even more exciting.” waterpark for the 2010 season. tions include a 390-foot long the project will be completed tainment, which purchased The new owners are plan- (118.872 meters) lazy river, by June of this year. the park in 2007. ning a multi-year redevel- Nashville Shores Waterpark, two 25-foot (7.62 meters) slides opment program for Ocean Nashville, Tenn. Ocean Breeze Waterpark, Breeze Waterpark. Nashville Shores Water- Virginia Beach, Va. Plans for the 2011 season park visitors will be greeted This Virginia Beach facil- include a multi-million dollar at the onset of the 2011 season with a new Kowabunga Beach, manufactured by WhiteWater West Industries, Richmond, B.C. The four-story “water treehouse” will feature four water slides, a giant tipping bucket, water jets, rope bridges and tunnels, water guns, tip- ping cones, water wheel, um- brella jets and dozens of other water play elements. Daniel Strobel, Nashville Shores director of marketing and public relations, said they weren’t disclosing the cost of the structure, but it is expected to be complete on opening day of this season. “We added two first-class attractions last year with our new wave pool and lazy river RENDERING COURTESY NASHVILLE SHORES to transform Nashville Shores PHOTO COURTESY WILD ADVENTURES This is an artist rendering of Kowabunga Beach that is be- and to provide families and The two new slides from Proslide Technology Inc. being ing installed into Nashville (Tenn.) Shores Waterpark for visitors of all ages more fun added to Splash Island Water Park at Wild Adventures, Va- the 2011 season. The attraction is manufactured by White- and excitement,” said Rick dosta, Ga., will greet guests with the opening of the 2011 Water West Industries, Richmond, B.C. McCurley, general manager season. 20 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2011 March 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 21 22 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2011 Wild Waves former owner returns to reinvigorate facility Jeff Stock, successful starting immediately. new family water attraction Northwest entrepreneur and "Wild Waves is going to for the 2011 season – the first player with the original rock and roll again," promised new large attraction at the Sounders, announced on Feb. Stock. "We're negotiating on park since 2005. 11 that he was returning to a new water attraction for the •Reinvesting in Wild lead 2011 season with more new region to make sure that ev- er. Stock sold the business in Waves' overall appearance. in Federal Way, Wash. Stock rides to come in the near fu- eryone coming out to the park 2000 to Six Flags. •Working with neighbor- owned and operated the park ture. We plan to significantly this summer has an absolute "We're assembling an hood and community groups in the 1990s. He and his team upgrade the park and bring blast." experienced and energized to offer local youth summer were recently selected by the tons of fresh energy into the Stock has a long track re- management team," contin- employment. park's current owner, CNL community. We are building cord of successes in the Pacific ued Stock. "I am excited to be •Using social media to Lifestyle Properties, Inc., to re- on the strong relationships we Northwest. He grew up in Ta- teaming up again with Todd create an ongoing connection sume management of the park have established here in the coma and played professional Suchan, general manager at and dialogue with park guests soccer for the Seattle Sounders, Wild Waves for 10 years and by offering online promo- San Jose Earthquakes, Vancou- most recently general man- tions and information on park BRIEFS ver Whitecaps, ager of the Space Needle's op- events and activities. and from 1978 to erations. Todd will take on the "We are pleased to have Budget Travel names Texas park in Top 10 1989. Following his retirement critical role of general man- Jeff Stock and his team on Galveston Island (Texas) Indoor Water- from professional soccer, he ager of Wild Waves. Together board to manage Wild Waves park was recently honored by being named one of the top 10 became a real estate investor we will focus on upgrading Theme Park for the new sea- best indoor waterparks in the U.S. by Budget Travel online and business owner. the park's guest experience, son," said Byron Carlock, magazine. Stock originally pur- while reaching out to the com- president and CEO of CNL “We are proud to have earned another top distinction as chased Enchanted Parks in munity. If you are planning a Lifestyle Properties. "Jeff's lo- being a top ten indoor waterpark,” stated Ron Sutula, gen- 1991, investing in what was corporate or personal event, cal roots are a key asset in our eral manager for Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark. then a financially challenged day camp, youth group outing commitment to creating com- “Recently featured on the Travel Channel, our indoor wa- entertainment complex that or just want to have an amaz- munity-focused, quality enter- terpark has gained notoriety not only for its state-of-the-art included Wild Waves Water ing summer experience, we tainment destinations." ingenious convertible roof and wall system, but also for the Park and Enchanted Village want to welcome you at Wild "Wild Waves is going to be variety of family attractions all under one roof. We’ve got Amusement Park. Stock's in- Waves." a 'can't miss' part of the North- your family covered for spring break Schlitterbahn fun.” novative management style Stock's vision for Wild west summer experience," The 70,000 square-foot indoor, climate-controlled, con- quickly pulled the park back Waves Theme Park calls for concluded Stock. "I invite folks vertible area operates throughout the year and offers more to profitability during the several key steps: to come down, see and feel the than a dozen heated waterpark attractions. 1990s. From 1992 to 2000, he •Reaching out to season changes that we are making. Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark will reopen dramatically improved and pass holders with creative Our hope is that the commu- for spring break beginning March 5, 2011. expanded the water attrac- promotions and attractive in- nity will be excited about the tions, added new thrill rides centives such as bringing back direction of Wild Waves when Creek Surfing, Polin form global alliance to the amusement park and the popular season pass cou- they see the amount of energy Creek Surfing, based in Hungary, has annouced that it introduced 'Wild Thing,' the pon book. and passion we are putting has partnered with Turkey-based and Pool park's first major roller coast- •Finalizing plans for a into the park." Systems to become the global distributor for Creek Surfing. Creek Surfing is a new activity offering a solution for the problem arising from seasonality of the most popular winter sports: skiing and snowboarding. Creek Surfing can be inte- American Wave Machines debuts grated into waterparks, amusement parks and ski resorts for summer use or can be a stand alone attraction. world’s first 'surf arena' in Peru The concept of Creek Surfing is based on a micro-ter- American Wave Machines, Inc. (AWM), raced system. Several plastic bands are placed horizontally a leading wave technology innovation com- on a base plate, thus forming micro-terraces side by side. The pany, has announced the debut of the world's water is first pumped up to the top of the man-made creek, first surf arena featuring the AWM SurfStream and then it fills the micro-terraces from top to bottom, form- model SS5024 at the grand opening of the Ola ing micro basins. That shallow water enables people to brake Movistar surf arena in the Boulevard de Asia and change direction — just like on those snow covered outdoor mall, near Lima, Peru. downhill courses. Creek Surfing was accredited with TUV On site at the Quiksilver and Movistar certification in June, 2010. Creek Surfing is a perfect solu- sponsored event were members of the Peru- PHOTO COURTESY AWM tion for those who like active exercise accompanied with the vian National Surfing team and 1,500 paying pleasure of freedom. Creek Surfing riders can use traditional customers. American Wave Machines, Inc. recently de- skis or can ride down on a tube or raft. “It is a stationary wave, it's different; but buted the world's first surf arena featuring the •www.polin.com.tr or www.creeksurfing.hu at the same time it's super fun and does feel a AWM SurfStream model SS5024 at the Boule- lot like the ocean,” said ASP World Champion vard de Asia outdoor mall near Lima, Peru. surfer, Sofia Mulanovich. “With Peru's rich surfing culture, the stan- the largest recreation centers in the world, this dards were high for the new model's function- surf arena puts Peru at the forefront of the re- ality and sustainability. The SS5024 is a multi- gion, offering a perfect place for athletes, fans purpose system that will satisfy the skilled and the general public to have guaranteed surfers of Peru but also meet the needs of de- training, where they can not only practice the veloping and first time riders,” said Bruce Mc- sport of surfing, but they can also share it with Farland, president of AWM. “It's been a great family.” experience working with the team at Boulevard With programmable controls and modular de Asia. They are truly visionary in being first inserts, the SurfStream model SS5024 creates to market in South America with innovative multiple wave types in one machine. This set of technology like SurfStream.” wave modules can be assembled in both right PHOTOS COURTESY CREEK SURFING/POLIN Guillermo Gonzales, Peru Surf Federation and left breaks accommodating all types of Creek Surfing riders can ski or tube down the course. president and arena operator said, “As one of riders. March 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 23 24 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2011 March 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 25 26 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2011 March 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 27 BUSINESS www.AmusementToday.com REVENUE PEOPLE RESORTS AIMS INTL. SUPPLIERS CNL announces new management for eight properties BRIEF After an extensive search, CNL Life- gether. These parks align well with that SeaWorld San Diego, style Properties, Inc. has reached agree- philosophy,” said Joel Manby, president Gray Line offer ride ments regarding new management for and CEO, HFE. “Our aim is to make the eight of its amusement park properties transition as seamless as possible for the were expected to have begun on or before parks’ employees and as transparent as SeaWorld San Diego Feb. 1, 2011. Five managers were chosen possible to guests.” and Southern California Gray Line have teamed up based on their track records of providing As the parks’ new management com- Darien Lake (Buffalo, N.Y.). HFE owns, to make a trip to the marine- safe, high-quality guest experiences. pany, HFE will oversee all operations in- operates or partners in 24 properties in- life park more convenient “We are excited to transition to these cluding supervising more than 3,500 full- cluding , which was chosen as and more affordable than industry-leading management teams as time and seasonal employees. the winner of IAAPA's Applause Award ever. Back by popular de- we finalize preparations for the new sea- “HFE was a natural choice due to in 2010. mand, this offer allows pas- son,” said Byron Carlock, president and the company’s solid history of operating sengers to take advantage CEO of Orlando, Fla.-based CNL Life- “We are eager to get to work manag- first-class, successful theme parks with a of free round-trip trans- style Properties. “These new managers ing the operations at these popular parks. reputation for top service and guest ex- portation from Anaheim to are committed to creating positive, mem- With 50 years of experience serving mil- perience standards,” said Curt Caffey, SeaWorld San Diego. orable experiences for our guests and fos- lions of guests, and operating a variety of senior vice president and managing di- Free transportation tering strong relationships with the com- family entertainment enterprises includ- rector of CNL Lifestyle Co. “Both Darien service is provided to munities our parks serve.” ing theme parks, waterparks, tour busi- Lake and Elitch Gardens already have guests who purchase a full- •Herschend Family Entertainment nesses, hotels and campgrounds, HFE strong foundations as beautiful, fun and priced admission ticket to Corp. (HFE) has been chosen to man- is committed to delivering great value wholesome family parks. We’re confident SeaWorld San Diego direct- age Elitch Gardens (Denver, Colo.) and while always bringing families closer to- 4See CNL, page 28 ly through Southern Cali- fornia Gray Line or com- panies who work directly 2011 NAARSO Safety Forum attendance up with Southern California Mary Wade Burnside presented by the National As- interest to them.” Gray Line. The offer allows Amusement Today sociation of Amusement Ride One class was a lockout/ guests to board a Gray Line Safety Officials (NAARSO) tagout course that empha- coach, departing from vari- was held Jan. 30 to Feb. 4 at sized procedures on how to ous Anaheim-area hotels Using the recent NAARSO the International Palms Resort shut down a ride when doing daily starting at 9 a.m., and Safety Forum as a gauge, the in Orlando, Fla. About 60 to 70 maintenance so that no one travel to SeaWorld. The economy might be showing schedule of return trips to some signs of improvement, instructors taught workshops mistakenly starts it back up the hotels varies according as attendance at the seminar and seminars. again while a worker is inside to SeaWorld park hours. was 220, much higher than the In addition to taking or on the tracks. This year, SeaWorld 150 expected. classes, inspectors had the “Lockout/tagout protects will unveil an exciting and “We were very surprised opportunity to see inspection the inspectors and people who interactive attraction that because of the state of the demonstrations and then take are working in and around the will allow guests to get economy,” said Jim Barber, a test on the last day of the rides to prevent the accidental an up-close look at more chairman of the communica- event. or inadvertent start-up of the PHOTO COURTESY NAARSO than 60 threatened or en- tions committee. “The state of Connie Patton, NAAR- device,” Barber said. “Any and dangered sea turtles in the New York sent eight inspec- SO’s office manager, did not all stored energy or air pres- Mary Davis, State of New marine-life park, as well as tors, and the state of New York know how many classes were sure or hydraulics are locked York Department of Labor, learn more about the threats is in tough shape as far as fi- offered, in part because sev- out to prevent anybody from was the recipient of the turtles face in the wild. Tur- nances. eral of them are offered more starting it. They showed that Jimmy Floyd Safety Award tle Reef — also featuring “There were a lot of states than once during the week. there are occasions that you during the NAARSO safe- thousands of tropical fish, that sent more than one inspec- “We have four classes might have multiple people ty forum, held Jan. 30 to interactive games and maps tor. Indiana sent a few, Illinois each hour that they can choose working on the same ride de- Feb. 4 at the International and a new ride — is sched- sent a few and Kentucky sent from and we repeat them,” vice, and everybody puts a Palms Resort in Orlando, uled to open summer 2011. about six. It was a good repre- Patton said. “It’s the same on lock on so the device cannot •seaworldsandiego.com sentation of regulatory people Monday and Tuesday. That al- be started until the last lock is Fla. Presenting the award •graylineanaheim.com in a very tough economy.” lows them to tailor their edu- removed. was Clyde Wagner, current The 2011 safety forum cation experience to what is of 4See NAARSO, page 28 NAARSO president. Looking for a part? E-mail us! Email: [email protected]

NORTH AMERICAN PARTS, INC. (716) 839-4791 x101 28 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2011 ment Partners, LLC (AMP) has been selected to manage CNL has been named manager of Wild Waves (Seattle, Wash.). Continued from page 27 Magic Springs and Crystal The principal of NorPoint, Jeff SAFETY BRIEFS Herschend will use its opera- Falls (Hot Springs, Ark.). AMP Stock, is the founder of Wild tions know-how to take these already manages eight CNL Waves and operated it from Creative Operational Concepts hosting ROTC course attractions to the next level.” Lifestyle Properties family en- 1990 to 2000. His deep roots Since 2002, the owners of Creative Operational Concepts, •Premier Attractions tertainment centers. The com- in the Pacific Northwest and Nashville, Tenn., Cindee Patrick Huddy and Patty Beazley, Management, LLC has been pany is led by Bob Masterson, knowledge of the market are have been providing service and safety programming to the selected to manage Frontier former chairman of Ripley’s expected to solidify the park’s ride/attractions and hospitality industry around the world. City (Oklahoma City, Okla.), Entertainment and the past position as a quality family en- This year, the pair, along with veteran trainer Darlene Reese- Splashtown (Houston, Texas) chairman of IAAPA. tertainment destination in the Sittig, will make the firm’s crucial Ride Operator Trainer Cer- and (Okla- •Palace Entertainment has community. tification (ROTC) available to individuals in the amusement homa City, Okla.). been chosen to manage Water- “CNL Lifestyle Proper- industry in a three-day program that also includes AIMS Premier is led by Kieran world (Concord, Calif.). Palace ties is excited about the new Level One Operational testing. Burke, the former chairman Entertainment is the nation’s relationships built through “Our goal in making the critical ride operator trainer cer- and CEO of Six Flags Enter- largest owner/operator of wa- this transition and anticipates tification available in a three-day, single location format, is to reach both amusement industry newcomers and veterans tainment Corp., and Gary Sto- terparks, with 11 waterparks maintaining the same high that want to ensure their ride training is state of the art, meets ry, former president and chief across the country. It also levels of customer service all industry standards and produces top performance in the operating officer of Six Flags. owns/operates 21 family en- and community involvement field,” said Cindee Patrick Huddy. “It is crucial that every The two executives currently tertainment centers and eight following the management amusement park, family entertainment center, or attrac- own and operate Nashville theme parks. In 2010, Amuse- change,” said Caffey. tion that features rides gives their seasonal and full-time ride Shores waterpark, marina and ment Today named Idlewild Employment levels and operators the benefit of a proven training program.” RV resort in Tennessee and park (a Palace property) the operating strategies for the Detailed information and applications are available on- Ocean Breeze Waterpark in “Best Children’s Amusement 2011 season are expected to be line at www.creativeoperationalconcepts.com. Training will Virginia Beach, Va. Park in the World.” largely unaffected by the tran- take place at the New York New York Hotel in Las Vegas, •Amusement Manage- •NorPoint Entertainment sition. Nevada, utilizing their roller coaster for a hands-on training experience. Special room rates are available for participants. NAARSO them up for one workshop. ways stress that the first goal Potential registrants can call (615) 714-2617 for more infor- Continued from page 27 “Basically when we do is safety, not only for patrons mation. a hands-on activity, we pull but also employees.” Creative Operational Concepts was founded in 2002 to “It makes sure it’s ready what the manufacturer has The NAARSO safety provide age and experience specific training to front line and to go and then the device is as far as the daily pre-open- seminar attendees also had seasonal employees of the hospitality industry. The firm’s put back into service. It’s ing check as well as any oth- dinner at the park and had well-known When Pigs Fly front line training system has very important for the safety er specific manufacturer in- the opportunity to experi- been expanded to include a new 12-module Leadership Se- of the individuals working spection points,” Patton said. ence the new Harry Potter ries. on these rides.” “Usually they bring the ride ride in the park’s Wizarding Inspectors have been in- over and semi set it up. They World of Harry Potter sec- ASTM F24 conducts meeting in New Orleans jured before because these don’t set it up all the way. tion. The whole event took ASTM F24, the committee on amusement rides and at- procedures were not fol- They don’t need to set it up from about 3:30 p.m. to 11 tractions, which produces global safety standards for the lowed, Barber noted. A list entirely. We have inspectors p.m., Patton said. amusement industry, held four days of meetings February on the Web site www.ride who go over, based on the “It was a long night,” she 16-19, 2011 at the Hilton New Orleans/St. Charles Avenue accidents.com show that not inspection points, things that added. in New Orleans, Louisiana. Approximately 50 separate only have riders been killed they should be looking at as On Friday, classes went meetings were held, each one focusing on a specific safety on amusement rides, but also third-party inspectors.” until noon and then 120 par- element of the amusement industry. Meetings were open to the workers trying to ensure Participants also got a ticipants took classes, either both members and non-members of ASTM. In addition to the safety of carnival and lengthy behind-the-scenes at Level I or Level II, depend- traditional sessions on issues like G forces, operations, and amusement park patrons. tour at Re- ing how new to the industry maintenance, some of the areas that were focused on in- cluded nontraditional areas of growth, such as, participatory “You will find where sort that included the amuse- they were and whether or not attractions like zip lines, rock wall climbing, and Zorbs. A many times, when an ac- ment parks workshops, Bar- they had attended a NAAR- number of meetings were focused on water related attrac- cident happens on a ride, ber and Patton said. SO Safety Forum before. tions which continue to see significant growth in the resort it happens to a worker as a “They showed us how Next year’s event, the and hotel industry. direct result of not having a they performed dye pen- 25th annual safety forum, A number of sessions were held to assist global repre- good lockout/tagout proce- etrant inspections,” Patton will be held at the Sands sentatives with the adoption of ASTM F24. The recently dure in place and actually said. “What happens is it’s Ocean Resort in Myrtle passed F24 Canada specific standard was used as a model using it,” Barber said. going to detect cracks. They Beach, S.C. Jan. 29 to Feb. 3, for other countries that have a desire to adopt F24, but have Other classes updated clean it off and spray a pen- 2012, Patton said. specific internal requirements that they want added to the inspectors on new codes and etrant and let it sit for a num- But before then, inspec- existing standards. A newly established task group focused procedures as spelled out ber of minutes and clean it tors will have other oppor- on Latin American adoption of F24 met to review the model. by the American Society for back off and the penetrant tunities to participate in Len Morrissey, director/TCO division of ASTM Internation- Testing and Materials Inter- seeps into the indications NAARSO seminars. al, stated, “With the success of the Canadian effort, we now national (ASTM) and the Na- and the cracks. They put in a One outreach effort al- have a clear path that allows any country to adopt F24 stan- tional Electric Codes (NEC) light and it can show if there ready was held Feb. 13 to 18 dards and still recognize specific national requirements.” More than 150 safety experts from all over the world as well as the American Na- is a crack in that particular at the Northwest Showmen’s were in attendance. Jim Seay, chairman of ASTM F24 com- tional Standards Institute area.” Club in Portland, Ore. mittee and president of , commented, “I am ex- (ANSI), Patton said. Participants also got to A week-long conference tremely pleased with the interest of our committee members “We always have that, see where Universal Orlando will be held March 7 to 11 at at the spring meeting. Participants came in from around the the updated standards,” Pat- Resort workers also do hy- the Taunton, Mass. Holiday globe and that is a great statement on the passion the F24 ton said. draulic repairs. Inn & Conference Center. members have for safety in the amusement industry.” Seminar participants had “It was nice because it “And then from March ASTM Committee F24 on Amusement Rides and Devic- opportunities for hands-on did show you some of their 15 to 17, we will be in Atlan- es was formed in 1978. The committee, with current member- learning in a couple of differ- methods and gave people an tic City, N.J., with the New ship of more than 500 global members, currently has jurisdic- ent scenarios. Event sponsor idea on how big this area is Jersey Amusement Associa- tion of 17 standards, published in multiple languages in the Strates Shows brought three and how safety-oriented they tion at Trump Marina,” Pat- Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Volume 15.07. rides on-site and partially set are,” Patton said. “They al- ton said. March 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 29

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Amusement Industry Manufacturers and Suppliers International, Ltd. • 3026 S. Orange • Santa Ana, Calif. 92707 Phone: (714) 425-5747 • Fax: (714) 276-9666 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.aimsintl.org AIMS member spotlight A message from the AIMS president Editor's note: This is the first plants all over the country. ing walls, and hosts some in a series of articles to appear in It was interesting to see the seasonal events, but it’s not Mark Moore wonderful people in the Uremet Corp. AIMS family has been a re- AIMS News & Notes that spot- inner workings of so many really an amusement facil- AIMS president warding experience. I’d like lights an AIMS member who has different companies and ity. I have also continued been active in the annual AIMS [email protected] to give a special thanks to the industries." to attend AIMS seminars AIMS staff: Patty Beazley, Safety Seminar. To suggest a fu- What made you return and keep my certifications ture spotlight on an AIMS mem- It has Gina Claassen, Holly Cos- to the amusement busi- current…..just in case." ber contact Steve Laycock at: been a ton, and Jan King for their [email protected] ness? What do you do in privilege dedication and support dur- "My wife and I were your free time? to serve ing the past two years. To Kent Maulsby starting a family, so after "Camping, sea kayak- as presi- our volunteer staff, I’d like to dent of send a special thank you for Houstonian Hotel, eight years of traveling, it ing, and Cub scouting with was time for me to find a family and friends." the AIMS all of the time and commit- Club & Spa job closer to home. I went Tell us one thing you board of Moore ment that has been donated Houston, Texas back to work at Astroworld have learned from the directors to make AIMS the education leader in the industry. I’d as a ride controls techni- AIMS Safety Seminar. for the past two years. When Brian King handed like to give a special thanks Kent Maulsby, for- cian in 1995. Eventually, "Really, there are many mally with over the reigns as AIMS to Tony Claassen, Maud I was fortunate enough to things, regarding details president in April 2009, Hendriks, C.W. Craven, Six Flags As- become the park’s director about maintaining specific troworld, is AIMS faced new chal- Rick Achard, Ed Zaker, of maintenance and con- amusement rides, what Robbie and Lisa Lujan for now project lenges as it transitioned struction until the park was the current and proposed its educational seminar their long-term commitment manager for eventually closed. regulations are how they from January to Novem- to AIMS and its mission. the Housto- What was so special apply to our industry, and ber. I am proud to have Before I step down, I nian Hotel, Maulsby about working at Astro- how other parks are re- been a part of the team would also like to thank June Club and world? sponding to them. Overall, that helped orchestrate Hardin, Valerio Ferrari, and Spa and instructor/attend- "The people. There was how many dedicated and three seminars in two Doug Flora for their service ee at the 2010 AIMS Safety real family atmosphere intelligent people there are years in order to transi- on the board of directors. I Seminar held in Orlando, among all of the employ- working in our field." tion the AIMS seminar to would also like to welcome Maud Hendriks ( Florida. ees there. It was a fun and What was your favor- coordinate with the IAA- PA Expo. During these Rides Mfg.), Timo Klaus Here he takes a few min- challenging work environ- ite class at the AIMS Safe- seminars we introduced Coaster Services), utes to answer questions for ment, but the very best part ty Seminar and why? AIMS News & Notes. the Aquatics certification Tim Viox (Parc Manage- was always the great sense "This year it was “En- and testing, as well as the ment), and Franceen Gon- of camaraderie amongst all gineering in the Amuse- Inspection certification zales (Great Wolf Resorts) How did you get start- of the employees." ment Industry” with Timo and testing. In addition, as incoming board members. ed in the amusement busi- Which amusement Klaus. He showed us just AIMS has been fortunate As for myself, it has been a ness? ride that you have worked how many different con- to enlist an A-list of indus- pleasure to serve the AIMS "It was my first job. I on gave you the least siderations go into the de- try experts to serve on our organization, and I wish started working at my lo- amount of trouble? sign of an amusement ride, newly created AIMS Edu- everyone safe travels and a cal amusement park, Astro- "Well, other than the and many of the tools en- cational Advisory Board. safe season. world in Houston, Texas kiddie rides, we replaced gineers use to refine their To work with so many when I was 16 years old. I the control system on one designs." worked there for four years, of our old Schwarzkopf Why should someone until I left to study engineer- coasters, a Looping Star, in attended the AIMS Safety ing at Texas A&M Univer- 1997, and after that, it be- Seminar? SAVE THE sity." came one the most consis- "To enhance their gen- What did you do while tently reliable rides in the eral knowledge of industry you were not in the amuse- park." standards and practices, DATE! ment business? What have you been and to have an opportunity "I finished college, then doing since Astroworld? to talk directly with some Nov. 9-15, 2011 went to work for an ana- "I have been managing of the manufacturers of lytical instrument company, several Capital Construc- their rides and equipment. where I installed and re- tion and Maintenance proj- Also, to meet many other AIMS 2011 Safety Seminar paired infrared spectrom- ects for a large luxury hotel, industry professionals that eters and microscopes in resort and fitness center in share the same types of Orlando, Florida chemical plants and semi- Houston. This facility does concerns and experiences Registration includes entry into conductor manufacturing have pools, slides, climb- as they have." the IAAPA Attractions Expo

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New ticketing technol- Fresh Look - IAAPA ogy was showcased by Tim Baldwin Amusement Today OmniTicket Network, Orlando, Fla., during the 2010 IAAPA Expo. Fresh Look is a new monthly feature that spot- The new system called lights a first time exhibitor at BOS, Best Overview the recent IAAPA trade show. Solutions, is totally Amusement Today sought out customizable with an new and engaging vendors abundance of that may not have caught the features. eye of everyone at the show. As AT continues this new fea- PHOTO COURTESY ture throughout the winter OMNITICKET and spring, be sure to take note of some new ideas that just might be a good fit for Ticketing companies have a good expo your park. Pam Sherborne the IAAPA Expo tradeshow. Spudniks Amusement Today “I personally haven’t stopped talking the www.spudniks.com whole time,” he said, during the tradeshow. Ticketing companies attending the 2010 “This year we had some of our existing custom- What is it? IAAPA Expo seemed to benefit from the in- ers volunteer to come to the show and dem- Spudniks is a snack offer- creased floor traffic at the tradeshow this year. onstrate how they are using our system. It has ing for parks and facilities that “It is one of the best shows for us so far,” been very good, because they are speaking with want to bring more into the said Michael Patterson, sales, Globe Ticket and people inside the industry like themselves.” experience than just eating an Label, Elk Grove Village, Ill. “We are sort of old Gateway representatives were also on hand off-the-shelf product. Accord- school. We do paper redemption, wristbands and were showing tradeshow attendees all the ing to Spudniks, "We have and thermal ticketing. Gateway ticketing applications including the brought the potato chip to the “We have had a lot of traffic come through,” revenue management system, which features store front and have shifted Patterson said. integrated ticketing, retail, and food and bever- the focus away from shelf life National Ticket Company, Paxinos, Pa., age POSs. It streamlines the reporting to sales and centered it on provid- What does your product Sales Representative Robert Anderson said he and attendance data. ing a quality product and an bring to the industry? had seen more enthusiasm this year. Sacoa, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., was showcasing innovative process. The end "Spudniks brings fresh- “There seems to be more start up compa- its products, which include the POSs equipment result is a better, healthier, ness, uniqueness and enter- nies,” he said. “It’s been great.” such as desktop units, mini kiosks and regular more versatile potato chip and tainment value. Our chips are New ticketing technology was showcased size kiosks; display readers; wireless game net- an entirely new guest experi- fresh seasoned on location, by some of the exhibiting companies including work; and redemption and event management. ence." Seasoned on the spot, served warm to our custom- OmniTicket Network, Orlando, Fla., a com- The Sacoa system offers on-line reporting Spudniks offers 12 different ers with no trans fats, no pre- pany which specializes in providing complete and rich auditing features that gives any game’s flavors. Of note, the finest in- servatives and MSG in any integrated admissions ticketing access control, performance in real time, from anywhere in the gredients use no trans fat or of our delicious seasonings. and security and marketing solutions. Omni world. Controllers can simulate and control MSG. Gluten free flavors are Chips are seasoned and pack- was featuring a new product called BOS, Best standard ticket-dispensing mechanisms, keep also available. At the IAAPA aged fresh on location. With Overview Solutions. track of tickets awarded by games and option- show, attendees could sample Spudniks, there is NO need Scott Sauls, OmniTicket, said this new sys- ally credit them to the player’s card. The system several flavors seasoned right to cook your own chips with tem is totally customizable. Features include features and reports also allow proactive pre- at the booth. "Chip Theaters" a fryer on location, you save completely distributed logic where all compo- vention of customer and insider pilferage and make a portable location for money and time with having fraud. any venue. our fresh product delivered to nents have a specialized role and communicate your location." based on market standard protocols. The system Diego Perez, a Sacoa representative at the What made Amusement Did you learn some- allows customers to build their tickets while the IAAPA show, said, near the end of the show, Today take notice? thing from the experience, or price builds as well so they can see exactly what that the show had gone well for them. The aroma and the flavor would you have advice for a the cost will be as the ticket is being built. “Overall, our business has been going drew in people in great num- future first time exhibitor? All user functions are fully integrated and well,” Perez said. “Our first customers was the bers. The bagged before-your- "We learned a lot from the accessible through a single main interface. The Dave and Busters chain and they are doing very eyes chips were a great hit. show. My advice for future sales screens are easily customizable according well.” AT found the low-fat offering first time exhibitors would be to client preferences and functions. Although not exactly a ticketing company, particularly delicious — spicy to have comfortable shoes, a “The report is completely customizable,” Accesso Mobile was at the tradeshow showing and full of flavor. lot of marketing material on Sauls said. “So, now, instead of having to go to potential customers how they could enhance Amusement Today talks hand, and make sure you use your IT department, your supervisor can go into a patron’s park or event experience by giving to Michele Revivo, owner those tracking device systems the system and get all the information needed. information from a mobile optimized Web site of Spudniks about this past so you can retrieve all the The reports are customizable, too.” to a native iPhone and Android. Infusing both November. leads from the show!" Sauls said OmniTicket also has a new turn- content and commerce, Accesso Mobile enhanc- How was your first What is your biggest suc- stiles product available. es guests’ visits by providing dynamic content IAAPA experience? cess story from the show? “Now, our hand-held scanners have bio- about activities, attractions and special events "Our first experience at "Our success story, was metrics,” Sauls said. “In my opinion, this is the so they can plan their own days. A precise GPS IAAPA was great. We had a the Orange County Conven- next generation of POS (point-of-sales). I came enabled map lets guests discover attractions and tremendous response to our tion Center who was so im- from the industry side so I can look at people can also keep tabs with their group by using product." pressed with our product and say ‘I feel your pain’ when it comes to POS FriendFinder. Did the show meet your and Chip Theatre that they challenges. When I saw this new technology, I Ian Doromal, company spokesperson, said expectations? requested we leave it there was really impressed.” guests could even receive their tickets through "Yes! In every way, the for their future events! We are Mike Furman, sales and marketing, Gate- their phones. traffic flow was there, the right looking forward to continued “The tickets are scannable from the phone people in the industry were success with them." way Ticketing, Boyertown, Pa., said his booth there." had been very busy “since the opening bell” of by an optical scanner,” Doromal said. March 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 31 Michael Hutcherson dies at 59 Michael Showboat Branson Belle and Riding the Market Louis Hutch- White Water. Mike had been erson of with HFE since 1979. He Springfield, started with the company in Stock Prices 52 weeks Company Name 02/17/11 High Low Mo. passed merchandise, moved to cor- STOCK EXCHANGE: NYSE, OTC BB*, NASDAQ**, SYDNEY ASX*** porate planning and devel- away on Jan. L.P. FUN $19.92 $20.00 $10.92 26, 2011 at opment, and later served as Hutcherson MGM Mirage MGM $14.94 $16.94 $8.92 his home. He director of revenue. He also Six Flags Ent. Corp. SIX $60.92 $61.72 $31.85 was 59. served as general manager CBS Corp. CBS $22.35 $22.25 $12.26 Born in West Plains, Mo. for the Dollywood and Silver Walt Disney Co. DIS $43.70 $44.05 $30.72 on Sept. 16, 1951, Mike at- Dollar City properties. Prior Great Wolf Resorts, Inc. WOLF** $3.25 $3.75 $1.78 tended West Plains High to joining HFE, Mike spent Blackstone Group BX $17.63 $17.96 $8.93 School and Missouri State five years with the J.C. Pen- This information is believed to be Village Roadshow AU:VRL*** $3.25 $3.30 $1.89 University, graduating in ney Corporation. accurate, but is not guaranteed. NBC Universal GE $21.52 $21.65 $13.75 Returns provided do not include 1973 with a degree in sociol- Mike was married to reinvestment or dividends. ogy and psychology. Jackie Hutcherson and they At the time of his death, have two grown children, Tyler and Kelle. He was TOP 7 MOST TRADED Mike held the position of Region As of Change from ON-HIGHWAY vice president, special events preceded in death by his (U.S.) 02/14/11 year ago $$$ CURRENCIES DIESEL PRICES and crafts for Herschend mother, Marie Hutcherson East Coast 3.587 0.778 On 02/17/2011 $1 USD = Family Entertainment. Pre- of West Plains, Mo. Midwest 3.479 0.774 0.73938 EURO viously, he served as senior Memorial donations Gulf Coast 3.489 0.771 0.62084 GBP (British Pound) vice president of the Ozark may be made to: The Kitch- Rocky Mountain 3.511 0.734 83.73923 JPY (Japanese Yen) Mountain Country division en, 1630 North Jefferson Av- West Coast 3.671 0.825 0.96513 CHF (Swiss Franc) which included Silver Dol- enue, Springfield, Mo. 65803 California 3.747 0.845 1.00108 AUD (Australian Dollar) lar City, , Prices per gallon; Information provided by U.S. Department of Energy 0.98760 CAD (Canadian Dollar) NEAAPA announces 2011 Hall of Fame inductees At its recent board of di- 98-year-old association can be- Britain, Conn. and also the rectors meeting, the 2011 in- stow upon a member. The hall president of Training Matters, ductees into the New England of fame recognizes those indi- LLC, Southington, Conn. Association of Amusement viduals whose commitment, Born in Springfield, Mass., Parks & Attractions (NEAA- innovation, professionalism Kate is a graduate of Westfield PA) Hall of Fame were formal- and dedication to preserving, State College, Western New ly announced. developing and promoting England College, University The late Fred L. Markey, the amusement industry in of Hartford and currently is a president, Dodgem Corpora- New England and beyond. doctoral candidate at Teachers tion, and Kate (Horner) Wall, College, Columbia University. formerly with Lake Com- Fred Markey Kate is married to William pounce and Riverside Park, The late Fred L. Markey Wall and currently resides in are to be formally inducted served as president of Dod- Southington. She has two sis- during the Association's 85th gem Corporation for more ters, nieces and nephews. annual meeting at the Renais- than 35 years. Fred also was Kate has been a member sance Hotel, Providence, R.I. the secretary of NEAAPA for Fred Markey Kate (Horner) Wall of NEAAPA for more than 25 on March 29, 2011. 31 years, having served from years, serving as president, Since 1998, NEAAPA has 1931 to 1962. Nyhan in 1919 and had four office held in NEAAPA. secretary and treasurer as well inducted 23 individuals into Born in Lawrence, Mass. children. He passed away in as serving on and chairing nu- its hall of fame. This recogni- as the eldest of three children, 1963. Kate (Horner) Wall merous committees over the tion is the highest honor the Fred later married Annetta Known for his business Kate (Horner) Wall began years. She also is a past mem- acumen and love of the in- working at the former Riv- ber of the IAAPA board of di- NEAAPA Hall of Fame inductees dustry, Fred began working erside Park Park, Agawam, rectors. for the Dodgem Corporation Mass. in 1975. She was hired The past inductees into the NEAAPA Hall of Fame are: in 1925 and also filed for and as the first female manager •1998, Roger Shaheen, Shaheen Enterprises held seven patents on bumper after graduating from college. •1999, Anthony Pero, Ocean Beach Park cars, including the patent on When Riverside was sold 22 •2000, Edward J. Carroll, Jr., Riverside Park the combination wheel/mo- years later, she was second in •2001, Henry Bowen, Whalom Park; Edward J. Carroll, Sr., tor unit that is still in use on command of the park. Upon Riverside Park; Lawrence Stone, Paragon Park today. Fred also leaving, she went to Lake •2002, Alton Lipkin, NANCO / Nancy Sales Co. operated the Ioka Theatre in Compounce, Bristol, Conn. as •2003, George Frantzis, Exeter, New Hampshire and director of operations where •2004, Anthony “Nino” Berni, Claude “Lou” Captell, Kas- the Dodgem Corporation ride she was part of the team that mir “Kas” Ulaky, Canobie Lake Park operations at Salisbury Beach, redeveloped the nation’s old- •2005, Kenneth Cormier, Funtown Splashtown USA Massachusetts for many years. est continuously operating •2006, Tom Morrow, Canobie Lake Park; Edward Connor, Fred became involved with amusement park. In 2000, she Riverside Park; John Frantzis, Quassy Amusement Park NEAAPA in the late 1920’s and retired from the park and later •2007, Robert & Ruth Morrell, succeeded Will White, who became secretary/treasurer of •2008, James P. & Eleanor R. Brady, Six Gun City was the association’s first sec- NEAAPA, which she held for •2009, John F. Naughton, Naughton Insurance; Wayne retary, in 1931. Fred continued six years. Currently, Kate is a McCary, Eastern States Exposition to serve NEAAPA as its secre- lecturer of management and •2010, Conrad Ferla, Rocky Point Park; Suzanne McHugh tary for 31 years, which still re- organization at Central Con- Piscitello, Canobie Gifts mains the longest service of an necticut State College, New 32 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2011 MIDWAY www.AmusementToday.com CARNIVALS FAIRS FESTIVALS REVENUE SUPPLIERS Gibtown show attendance up 12 percent over 2010 BRIEF Pam Sherborne “The show has been phe- South Florida Fair Amusement Today nomenal for us so far,” Starke said. sets 11 records Final numbers at the 2011 He added they had just International Independent recently bought East West Great weekend weath- Showmen’s Association annu- Wholesale. er helped propel the 2011 al show, Feb. 8-12, Gibsonton, South Florida Fair, West Fla., showed what many in the Ital International Palm Beach, to a more than outdoor industry are already Nashville, Tenn. three percent increase in at- feeling — things seem to be This company was having tendance as well as set 11 in- looking up. a good, busy show this year. dividual records. IISA Secretary Teresa Carlo Guglielmi hoped the in- Total reported atten- Rimes said they were up 12 terest would turn to deals. dance at the event, which percent in attendance, “put- The company sold a brand ran Jan. 14-30, was 564,655. ting us back where we were in new Loop That number was reached 2008.” Fighter to Reithoffer Shows, despite a rain-plagued Dr. There were 11,860 attend- Gibsonton, Fla. The Loop Martin Luther King Monday ees this year and 200 exhibi- Fighter offers passengers holiday, which is historically AT PHOTO/GARY SLADE tors. weightless sensation and de- one of the fair’s biggest days. “Everything ran very Business at the 2011 Independent Showmen's Association livers the great G-force of the There were spotty weekday smoothly and every comment annual show, held Feb. 8-12 in Gibsonton, Fla. was good Street Fighter but it goes all rains that included a pair of we got here in the office was with a 12 percent increase in attendance being reported. the way over 360 degrees. The watches. positive,” Rimes said. All total, the show saw 11,860 attendees visiting 200 dif- capacity is 16. A strong weekend finish The following are com- ferent exhibitors. The ride features an in- pushed the event to the plus ments from a sampling of ex- novative seat design with a column. COMING IN APRIL: A PHOTO LOOK AT GIBTOWN hibitors at this year’s show. carbon seat and restraints to Eight individual day re- of a chance of breaking or um on the club showgrounds let both arms and legs free cords for midway ride rev- Bob’s Space Racers cracking. for the first time seemed to to move while the gondola is enue were shattered includ- Daytona Beach, Fla. “We are getting a great be happy about that as well. spinning and looping. ing both the first and final Games manufacturer response here at the show,” Frederiksen has donated mon- weekends as the highest on Bob’s Space Racers was stay- Smith said. ey and has worked hard to Midway Stainless record for those particular ing busy at the Gibtown show Bob’s Space Racers also raise funds for the museum. It Fabricators, Hillside, N.J. days of the fair. Wade Shows, this year, according to the exhibited the large Whopper opened to those in attendance Michael Curci of this New Livonia, Mich., provided the company’s Brian Smith. The Water trailer mounted game of the show, but it isn’t ready Jersey based company said midway. company was showing its and Lucky Duck, an electronic to open to the public. the Gibtown show was going “From the viewpoint of new Stinky Feet game, which duck game. “Everyone seems real great for him. He had booths our economy in general, I debuted at the 2010 Interna- happy about it,” Frederiksen inside and outside at the club think it’s important to note tional Association of Amuse- Frederiksen Industries said. “I am getting a lot of pats grounds with a number of his that we have kept prices con- ment Parks and Attractions Tampa, Fla. on the back. It is nice. It is al- stainless carts set up outside. stant for the last three years, trade show. Jim Frederiksen hadn’t most done.” so the increase in spending In mid-January, CEO closed any deals on his slides Majestic Rides is not due to increased cost Glenda Cook said they were when visited by Amusement Gloworks Imports New Waterford, Ohio to ride but apparently freer busy putting the finishing Today at Gibtown, but he did Fraser, Mich. Majestic Rides exhibited spending by the audience,” touches on the trailer-mount- say: “I have three or four in the Dave Starke was exhibit- its new ride, Cloud Buster, said Fair CEO Rick Vymlatil, ed version of Stinky Feet. The works, though.” ing the company’s new profes- and a new bumper car, the at the conclusion of the fair. trailer-mounted version didn’t The show was going well sional grade lasers and DMX Classic Car. The company’s “We also set three individual have the seats that resemble for him. DJ equipment at the 2011 Gib- Jeff Kudler said they sold a day records for ticket sales. toilet seats. Instead, it had the “Everyone seems to be in a town show. He was very busy Cloud Buster to Jason and Al- These also included the final basic round seats. Cook had good mood,” he said. “I think also showing the company’s len Bartlebaugh, Bartlebaugh Saturday and Sunday of the said that since the seats have it will be a very good year.” popular flex lighting, as well Amusements, Petersburg, Pa. fair.” to be taken in and out of the Frederiksen said those that as the variety of glow prod- There was a possibility of sell- trailer, the fiberglass has more had visited the carnival muse- ucts and novelty. 4See GIBTOWN, page 33 March 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 33 Left, Jim Frederiksen, Frederik- sen Industries, Tampa, Fla., was happy with the Gibtown show this year as well as the turnout and response for the carnival museum, which opened for the first time to show attendees. Right, Victor Wisdom of Wis- dom Rides, Merino, Colo., had already sold the company's brand new ride, Looney La- goon, to Powers Great Ameri- can Midways, Corfu, N.Y., dur- ing the Gibtown show. AT PHOTOS/PAM SHERBORNE GIBTOWN Continued from page 32 ing two more of them at Gib- town. The company made the new bumper car more user friendly by putting fiberglass inside the car along the sides. “Kids will pick at the inside sometimes so the fi- berglass doesn’t allow that,” Kudler said. “It also has LED lights.”

Nanco, Chelsea, Mass. Mike Petren said Nanco was presenting three of their very strong new plush prod- ucts at Gibtown along with many other favorites. The three newer products are Domo, Smurfs and Yo Gabba Gabba. “These have been very strong for us and we antici- pate the Smurfs becoming even more popular when the movie is released Aug. 3,” Pe- tren said. “We introduced the Smurfs and Domo in 2010. Yo Gabba Gabba is brand new.” Kung Fu Panda plush has also been popular and with the second movie opening May 26, the company expects that product to also gain pop- ularity. While Nanco’s new prod- ucts are doing well, Petren said their staples, such as SpongeBob SquarePants, Sesa- me Street, Care Bears and Loo- ney Tunes, are holding their own. “We also have a line of ge- nerics that are going well,” he said. “We have a line of robots that are doing really well. Last year, we introduced our 72- inch tall robots. This year we will have a limited number of other sizes.”

Rhode Island Novelty, Cumberland, R.I. Some of the hottest mer- chandise from Rhode Island Novelty this year include the 4See GIBTOWN, page 35 34 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2011 Reithoffer Shows out, Deggeller Attractions in at York Fair After 30 years there is a ithoffer organization.” It was midway. Asked about the Majestic and weather (only two wet days) Reithoffer who convinced the new footprint, Deggeller said, Wave Swinger. Many and as Schenck feels “stayca- change of the guard York Fair to expand to a ten- “It’s a good idea for the en- of the rides now sport green, tions” (entertainment closer day run in 1997, opening the tire flow of the midway.” The L.E.D. lighting. York tradi- to home). This boost gar- B. Derek Shaw door for a multiple Sunday Stuart, Florida carnival offers tionally has had a large Kid- nered the York Fair the 30th Special to Amusement Today event each September. four main types of rides: spec- dieland area. Deggeller will spot in the recent Fair rank- During the IAFE conven- tacular, thrill, family and kid keep that tradition going with ing released by Venues Today. Reithoffer Shows, Inc. first tion in Las Vegas, the unified rides. Some of the rides they newly acquired Orient Ex- In 2009, they were at No. 32. provided the ride midway at message Schenck and other plan to bring to York include press and Crazy Bus rides as Schenck is quick to give much America’s Oldest Fair in 1980. York Fair board members their SDC roller coaster (re- part of the ride package. of the recent success to York They took the contract from kept hearing at Showman ses- named Rip Tide sporting a During 2010, the 246th Fair General Manager, Mike James Strates Shows, who had sions they attended is that it beach theme), Chance Grand York Fair enjoyed an 8.8 per- Froehlich who redesigned the the 86-acre spot for 43 years, is becoming more and more Carousel, Giant and Century cent boost in attendance, midways and pathways to bringing rides and joints on- difficult to move shows a Wheels, Dartron , thanks due in part to good bring in more people. site via rail cars. long distance. “The days of All that changed in mid the 300 to 400 mile move be- January as the York County, tween fairgrounds is over,” Pennsylvania, Agricultural said Schenck. This is due to Society inked a four year deal increased fuel prices and in- with Deggeller Attractions, creased Department of Trans- Inc. of Stuart, Florida. Bill- portation reg- ing themselves as “America's ulations. #1 Carnival Company”, Deg- “We’re geller has been playing near- happy to be by 100-acre Maryland State playing it,” Fair in Timonium for 31 years said Andy and the State Fair of Virgin- Deggeller, ia at the 384-acre, Meadow general man- Deggeller Event Park. The brand new ager with fairgrounds opened in 2009, Deggeller Attractions, Inc. off Exit 98 of I-95 in Doswell, He continued, “It’s a much just a few miles east of King’s better jump.” Previously the Dominion. show played Timonium then Why the change? Accord- Greensboro, N.C., a 340 mile ing to York Fair President run. The ride north on I-83 is Gene Schenck, “It boiled down only 42 miles. to geography and timing. Deggeller plans to offer Deggeller offered a very re- 50 rides for the September warding contract. They made 9-18 ten-day run in York, up Deggeller Attractions, Inc. an offer that no one else could from 43 that Reithoffer of- has inked a four-year deal come close to.” He quickly fered in 2010. The increased to bring at least adds, “We have nothing but ride capacity is due in part 50 rides to the York Fair, the highest regard for the Re- to a newly re-designed ride Sept. 9-18, 2011. Their ride unit is shown here, at the 2009 State Fair of Virginia. AT PHOTOS/B. DEREK SHAW March 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 35 Zamperla Inc. Bob's Space Racers, GIBTOWN Boonton, N.J. Daytona Beach, Fla., Continued from page 33 Ramon Rosario was pleas- exhibited a trailer company’s newer Mohawk antly surprised at the traffic mounted version of wigs, bubble guns and clacker he was getting at the Gib- their new and very balls. town show. The company popular Stinky Feet. The “We can’t even keep the had already sold two Happy seats for the trailer- Swings — one went to Jolly bubble guns in,” said Jeremy mounted version are more Pomfret. “We get a case in and Roger park, Ocean City, Md., we don’t even open it. We just and Thomas Carnival, Austin, standard seating instead put a shipping label and send Texas. of the fiberglass seats that it out.” The company was also ex- resemble a toilet seat on Pomfret said his company hibiting a mini tea cup ride. the park model. sells a large number of differ- AT PHOTO/ ent products. PAM SHERBORNE “I think that really helps us to do well,” Pomfret said. “When one product goes up in price, we have many more to choose from.”

Rides-4-U Somerville, N.J. Len Soled was having a busy Gibtown show. He sold his SBF/Visa Puppy Love to Wagner’s Carnival, Aran- sas Pass, Texas, and the SBF/ Visa Frog Hopper to Classic Amusements, Dalkeith, Ont. Mike Safie, El Salvador, bought a KMG Inversion. Jake Inners, Majestic Midways, York, Pa., purchased the SBF/ Visa Chopper Train, and Jeff and Kyle Brady, Playworld Unlimited, Alma, Mich., bought the Dartron style Zero Gravity.

Sippers by Design Miami, Fla. Lisa Dominique stayed very busy this year showing her new 32-ounce The Wedge, a cup shaped in a citrus wedge, coming in either green or yel- low. The Wedge has a straw that can fold over when not in use and has a handy strap that makes carrying very easy. Dominique was also showing her new Sip-n-Plate, a handy way to carry a drink and plate of food for those social events such as tailgating, festivals, concerts and more. The prod- uct makes it possible to keep one hand free while carrying a drink and food.

Wisdom Rides Merino, Colo. Victor Wisdom took some time from giving rides on the company’s brand new Looney spinning coaster to re- port that Corky Powers, Pow- ers Great American Midways, Corfu, N.Y., had purchased it. “We are having a great re- sponse to this ride,” Wisdom said. “I do have some others interested in it, but there is nothing else I can report at this time.” 36 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2011 Pennsylvania State Assn. of County Fairs 99th annual meet a big success Nearly 1,700 attendees Scenes from the PSACF's 99th annual meeting in Hershey at the four day event in AT PHOTOS/SUE NICHOLS Hershey, Pennsylvania

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Attendance was strong for the Pennsylvania State Association of County Fairs (PSACF) and Pennsylvania State Showman’s Association (PSSA) convention held at Hershey Lodge and Conven- tion Center January 19-22 in Hershey, Pa. The annual event brings together board mem- bers, volunteers and others from most of the 114 county and local fairs held through- out the Commonwealth each Left to right: Carrie McQueen (juggler, stilt walker), Bar- Dick Knoebel, Knoebel's Amusement Resort was honored year. It also is an opportunity for the 36 carnival owners/op- ney Fife (Scott Epperson), Brenda and Mike Froehlich (York with an award for his extensive work on a combined ride erators, along with food/game Fair general manager) pose for the AT camera. safety seminar. concessionaires, entertainers and suppliers to show off their wares by way of a two and a half day trade show. This year there were 160 exhibit booths along with one aisle devoted to scrapbooks, advertising and memora- bilia from various fairs held throughout the state. PSACF Secretary/Treasurer Bruce Koppenhaver credited the economy for an additional dozen exhibitors this year. “They are looking for work more than usual,” he said. In addition, educational seminars, daily workshops, table topics at breakfast each morning and two banquets AT's Sue Nichols, left, poses with Valerie Robbins-Rice Enjoying the annual meeting were l to r: Paul Bury with completed the schedule of (board member with Huntingdon County, Pa. Fair). Christina and Kerry Benner of Penn Valley Amusements. events. Wednesday evening Each evening, hospital- vention is the crowning of the ner was selected and crowned. will be activities at Knoe- was the night to showcase en- ity rooms were the gathering Pennsylvania State Fair Queen. The Pa. showman also bel’s Amusement Resort for tertainment of all types and places after the work of the Since there is no “official” state held their banquet Friday eve- seminar attendees. The PAPA variety, from musical acts, to day was over. The Showmen’s fair, the Saturday evening ban- ning. Various awards were (Pennsylvania Amusement strong men, impersonators, Association had an active quet serves as the opportunity presented to a variety of show- Park Association) and PSSA magicians, comedians and room. Others were hosted by to announce the 2011 Queen men along with an award to are partners in Parks and Car- clowns, western shows and Variety Attractions, Reithoffer who visits any Pennsylvania one amusement park owner. nivals Educational (PACE) more. Many of these acts were Shows, Inc., Otto’s Amuse- fair upon request during the Dick Knoebel was presented a Ride Safety Seminar. This is also on the trade show floor ments, Penn Valley Shows, upcoming season. This year 56 plaque for his extensive work the only certified ride safety each day, including Barney Tropical Amusements, Good- contestants representing their on a combined ride safety training program in Pennsyl- Fife (aka Scott Epperson), time Amusements and others. local/regional fair participated seminar that will be held Oc- vania. complete with his lone silver Another integral part of in three days of judging activi- tober 30 – November 3 in the David Pfeffer, outgo- bullet. the PSACF portion of the con- ties before a 25th annual win- Bloomsburg, Pa. area. There 4See PA FAIRS, page 37

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PA FAIRS Continued from page 36 ing president of PSSA was asked about working with the PSACF. “Our relationship has grown greatly, due (in part) to Jim Davis” (PSACF president). Both organizations are enjoy- ing increased visibility with state legislators on important issues that affect both orga- nizations. “We keep on top of things ourselves. If there’s ADVERTISE something we need to com- ply with, we get it done," said Pfeffer. HERE! Pfeffer (who owns Tons of Fun Shows in Douglassville, $175 COLOR • $125 B/W Pa.), is also proud of the “Turn Dollars for Scholars” carousel project that is part of the Penn- sylvania Farm Show in Harris- burg each January. The use of Best value in print a carousel is donated and ride proceeds benefit two scholar- ship programs. In the past six years, the program has raised over $200,000. 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